New Crafting Writs

[Saine]

Well the new crafting writs are in. I've done a couple so far. They seem decent. I did the Rush Order ones first, which are the ones that are timed. You get 8 minutes to make 6 items and it's pretty tough. On the regular timed ones, the first time I did it, I failed. If you fail you don't get status and are out of pocket some money.

The second time I spammed my progress counters and made it. I got about the same status I would get doing a level 70 adventure writ (keeping in mind I was doing a T7 tradeskill writ) and enough gold to pay for my fuel and maybe 1 or 2 extra. Not much, but decent status fairly quickly.

These writs seem to require you to make 2 sets of 3 items.

Next I did the "talented" T7 writ. This required 1 item, 1 item, then 2 sets of 2 items. It really wasn't any harder, but it gave me 2000 more status (about 8400) so those are definitely worth doing. I think I about broke even on the gold on this one.

The other writs are untimed. I haven't tried those yet, but they supposedly give less coin and status.

If you are doing a rush order, make sure you have all your materials before you start. If you don't you probably won't make it.

[Mirul]

I am assuming that these are higher level writs based upon your level. Are there lower level writs? If so, where do I get them? Also, if you are currently a crafter is it based upon what that is? IE, Mirul is a lvl 39 adventurer and a lvl 27 Tailor, would I be doing something on the Loom & Mannequin(sp?)?

Mirul~

[Coica]

is there a way to tell what the items are going to be before you start the writ?

[Saine]

Yea the writs are dependant upon your tradeskill level. So Mirul, you would be getting the level 20-27 writs. They would give you the status set for that tier. Like adventure writs, as you get higher, the status goes up as well.

The writs are given in the tradeskill instance. When you zone in you will see them, you can't miss it. There's 2 different guys there (one is the old guy that used to give them and there is a new one nearby also) Once you get the writ, you walk over to the order desk. It's a clicky desk against the wall right near the writ givers. Once you select the writ it tells you what you need to make. I never looked in my journal, so I don't know if it tells you everything in there, or if it just says the same as the quest window, which just shows the first item you need to make.

From what people were saying though, you can delete them if you don't like what you are asked to make.

[Mirul]

awesome! I've been in a crafting mode lately so I'll give them a try tonight. Thanks Saine!

Mirul~

[Coica]

I wonder if it only requires regular items? ie: not the items that require the advanced books. I would assume so.
man, so much to do now that Ive started crafting!

[Lady Shylah]

Yeah, I doubt they'd make you make rare recipe items. Just your essentials text.

I can't wait to get in either

Haha I bet a lot of folks will be crafting tonight... There will be an increase in harvested item costs on the broker, I'm sure.

Look out for those node stealers

[Saine]

Yea so far all just regular items, I'm sure it'll stay that way. I can't imagine having to craft 6 rares at once hehe

One thing is for sure, with the rush orders, tradeskilling won't make you sleepy anymore lol it'll stress you out instead lol

[Saine]

Oh yea one other thing. The writs now require pristine items which is a change.

[Lady Shylah]

Talk about a flurry of completed writs! I think we had a race going on at one point with Ebou, Uschia, Algereb, and myself. Although, I think Algereb was cheating as he was dancing around nekkid near my work station... trying to distract me!

This is what I got from the Tradeskill writs. They vary depending on your Tradeskill level. I'll have to do a wee bit more research as I progress in TS level.

Currently, I am a level 51 Carpenter.

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Some of this is going to be a repeat of what Saine and the others have mentioned. I just wanna slap my 2 cents on here ;D

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When you enter any Tradeskill Zone, there will be 2 NPCs that give you writs: The Rush Order NPC and the Work Order NPC. In Qeynos Tradeskill zones, the Rush Order NPC is found behind the main counter - right across from the Broker. The Work Order NPC is just to the right of the Rush Order NPC - standing right in front of a work table. Both NPC's have their title just below their names, which indicates Rush or Work Order.

Rush Orders versus Work Orders
There are a few differences between a Rush Order and a Work Order. The major difference is that the Rush Order has a time limit whereas the Work Order gives you unlimited time to complete the task. Other differences include: increased status points and additional money for Rush Orders. Work Orders provide less status points and I "believe" you only break even on the money - no extra funds.

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Rush Orders
As I said before, the writs vary depending on your Tradeskill level. When I spoke to the Rush Order NPC, I was a level 51 (T6) Carpenter and was faced with 4 options:

1. Tier 6 Rush Order
2. Talented Tier 5 Rush Order
3. Difficult Tier 5 Rush Order
4. I don't wanna do an order

As a reminder, Rush Orders are on a time limit. If I chose any of the top 3 options, I would have 8 minutes to create 6 items (or so it was for me).

Now, I believe I every crafter is offered writs of their appropriate tier AND one tier lower. Thus, I was offered to make T5 (lower) and T6 (current) items.

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What Do the Options Mean?
1. Tier 6 Rush Order = This has an 8 minute timer and the NPC asks you to make 6 of the SAME item - all pristine. For example, I was asked to make 6 Rujarkian Fire Pits in 8 minutes. After I successfully completed the 6 items, I was rewarded 11 gold and 5400+ status points.

2. Talented Tier 5 Rush Order = This means that I have 8 minutes to make a total of 6 pristine items, however, those items are VARIED. For example, I had to make 2 Standard Teak Chairs, 2 Teak Beds, and 2 Fulginate Chandaliers (total of 6 items). I was rewarded 4200+ status, and 1 gold and some change after making each SET.

3. Difficult Tier 5 Rush Order = I never tried this one. I believe you have 8 minutes to make a total of 6 pristine items, all of which are different from one another. No sets.

4. Don't wanna do it = well, that declines the writ offer

Note: Work Order Writ options are IDENTICAL to the Rush Order Writ options, with the exception of unlimited time, less status points, and you have to create more than 6 items. Typically 10-14 items total.

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Key Notes
In my examples, I got more status points for doing the T6 Rush Order writ versus the Talented T5 Rush Order writ. Typically, the "Talented" writ gives you more Status Points, BUT it totally depends on your Tradeskill level. Since I was just level 51, the T6 recipes were white to me, where as my T5 recipes were green and blue (less difficult). If I was level 55+, the Talented Writs would most likely change to "Talented T6 Writ," of which I would get more status points versus doing the standard "Tier 6 Rush Order."

On any account, you can accept any of the 3 options, and it will give you a pop-up box summary of the total Status Points gained as well as faction favor. At that time, you can choose to "accept" or "decline." So, simply compare the 3 options to see which gives you the most points.

After accepting any writ, you'll be asked to pick up your official order from the Work Table. This is located (Qeynos) right in front of the Work Order NPC.

Prior to accepting any TS writ, I would highly recommend that you've purchased all your fuels and have an ample supply of raws before hand.

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Well, that's what I learned last night. I need to do some more research. Comments welcome! I know that Ebou had slightly different things happening than me.

[Mirul]

I tried a regular crafting writ last night (untimed) and was able to make the all the pristine items required and got my status when I turned it in. I then tried the rush order writs last night and failed miserably :-( Until I get more comfortable with the process of looking up the recipes and making sure I have everything in my inventory (I didn't have any carbonite, DOH!) I will stick with the regular writs. I need to get a rhythm down. Also, the time starts upstairs when you leave the writ guy. I wish time didn't start until you click "Create" at your particular crafting station. You can lose some valuable time if you have to go through some of those doors to get to your station :-( Thankfully my station is located in the main area.
Mirul~

[Lady Shylah]

Yeah, I failed my first attempt terribly. Haha, I was also kinda pumped up because of the time limit.

At your level, I would recommend jumping off the ledge into the tradeskill area once you get the work order. The fall shouldn't kill ya

Hehe, what I had to do in order to make all the pristines in time was to "spam" my progress spells. I would hit the appropriate spell when asked, and when there was no icon, I click on 2 other spells periodically. It took me a few tries to figure out the perfect combo.

No worries Mirul. You'll get the hang of it

[Candu]

They have obviously, put a lot of thought into this (YAY!!)

Requirements change versus craft and level. For an alchemist my rush orders were 6 different items (1 of each), the first was always a potion and the last 5 were always Combat Arts. The Non-rushed Writs were also 6 different Items (2 of each), The first was a potion and the last 5 were CA's.

Also, from Shylah post, I note that my quest options were different too, probably due to being further into my level (66 Alchemist). They were:

1. Talented Tier 7 Rush Order
2. Difficult Tier 7 Rush Order
3. Tier 6 Rush Order
4. I don't wanna do an order

I was chose Talented and was always asked to make white con items but they were on the lower edge of white (level 61, 62 and 63 stuff).

My biggest challenge was swapping out new recipes in a timly fashion.

[Candu]

Muril are you Qeynos or Freeport based? Freeport Artisians will have additional troubles because of the layout of their crafting houses. I can hear to bickering on the forum now. "IT'S NOT FAIR..."

[Lady Shylah]

Yeah, I was thinking about that... the Freeport area would suck if you had to use 2 stations... like me... As a carpenter, I have to use the woodworking table and the forge. So.. it was an interesting run back and forth.. haha I'd slam into the doors without opening them lol -- that slowed me down a wee bit